1989 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |